> Either way, at the point you’re talking of socially ostracizing a majority of the US population since Trump won the popular vote too.

75~ million vs 300 million. Don't confuse population with voters.

>That’s why there is a secret ballot. There cant be retribution unless you advertise your vote.

By the government and this shouldn't change. However people who freely broadcast who they support are open to attack by others

Registered voters was 174m, voter eligible population is estimated at 244m. The number who actually voted in 2024 was 154m. So he did win the popular vote. The total population doesn’t count when checking for popular vote winnings.